Death in Paradiseseason 14 has been confirmed for some time and news about the cast, story, and more has slowly rolled out since season 13 ended in March 2024. Ahighly underrated British crime showthat many American viewers may have never heard of,Death in Paradisebrings the grit and deadpan comedy of British mystery shows to the tropical locale of Saint Marie, a fictional Caribbean island and a British Overseas Territory. There, a series of Detective Inspectors from London arrive on the island to solve local crimes and make a home in this strange land.
Death in Paradiseis filmed onthe French Caribbean island of Guadeloupe and the setting of the series, which first premiered in 2011, is a key aspect of the show’s success. A major part of the show and a source of comedy is the fish-out-of-water aspects of the London-bred officers arriving in the relaxed and sunny Saint Marie. There have now been four different Detective Inspectors who have headed the police department on the island andseason 14 is set to introduce a fifthnow that Neville Parker (Ralf Little) has taken his leave.
Death In Paradise Season 14 Latest News
Don Gilet Has Been Cast In Death In Paradise
The latest news forDeath in Paradiseseason 14 came in May 2024 with the announcement that Ralf Little would be replaced by Don Gilet as Detective Inspector Mervin Wilson, who is set to debut in the show’s Christmas Special (viaDigitalSpy).This will be the fourth Christmas special of the seriesand, while there is no date set, December 2024 is the likely month for it.
Death In Paradise Season 14 Is Confirmed
Season 13 And 14 Were Confirmed At The Same Time
Death in Paradiseseason 14 was confirmedalongside season 13 back in February 2023 (viaGoodTo). The announcement came right after the end of season 12. There is no release date for season 14, but based on previous release schedules, the show should premiere sometime in Winter 2025 with the Christmas special coming earlier in December 2024.
Don Gilet Will Debut As DI Mervin Wilson In The Christmas Special
Death In Paradise Season 14 Will Begin With A Christmas Special
The big news forDeath in Paradiseseason 14 is that viewers will be getting a new lead of the series. Each DI in the show has stuck around for about three seasons, making the introduction of a new one a major event in the show. In May 2024, Don Gilet was announced as the new lead ofDeath in Paradise, set to play DI Mervin Wilson beginning with the season’s Christmas special. Many fans will recognize Gilet from his role as Lucas Johnson inEastEnders. Gilet said about the casting,
“Being offered the new lead role in Death in Paradise feels like a deeply loved and incredibly precious jewel has been placed in my hands. This is a big show, with a big heart and the love continually grows for it. It is my intention to never lose sight of that and to remain grateful, humbled and dedicated.”
Clearly, Gilet is aware of how important his character is to the legacy of the show and won’t be taking the part lightly. Executive producer Tim Key said about the casting,
“We’re delighted that he’s joining us as the show enters another exciting new era. We’ve got huge plans for the new series and beyond, and I can’t wait for the audience to meet Mervin and to see what we’ve got in store…”
There seem to be big plans for Mervin and Gilet is obviously up for it.
Death In Paradise Season 14 Cast
Don Gilet Will Be Joined By Some Returning Cast Members
Along with Don Gilet, someother returning cast members have been announced forDeath in Paradiseseason 14. Don Warrington as Commissioner Selwyn Patterson, Shantol Jackson as Sergeant Naomi Thomas, Ginny Holder as Officer Darlene Curtis, Élizabeth Bourgine as Catherine Bordey, and Danny John-Jules as Officer Dwayne Myers have all been named to the cast (viaRadioTimes).
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Death In Paradise Cast Season 14 Story Details
DI Mervin Wilson Will Have To Get Used To His New Life In Saint Marie
Only a few story details have been revealed aboutDeath in Paradiseseason 14. All that’s known is Mervin Wilson is a UK cop called to Saint Marie, and he’s not impressed with the island. Each new officer who has arrived to Saint Marie has to deal with their own preconceived notions of the island while learning about the idiosyncracies of the locals.Death in Paradiseseason 14 will likely see a lot of Mervin getting used to his new home.
Death In Paradise
Cast
Set on the fictional Caribbean island of Saint Marie, this series follows a British detective who is assigned to investigate murders on the island. Despite his dislike for the sun, sea, and sand, the detective is brilliant at his job, solving complex cases with clever deductions. Each episode is presented as a new case to solve, with a new local at the center.
